Which of the following techniques are examples of active inhibition techniques?

Active inhibition techniques are methods used to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension by actively engaging the muscle. The contract-relax and post-isometric relaxation techniques fall under this category because they involve a process where the therapist instructs the client to actively contract a muscle before relaxing it to enhance the stretch of that muscle and the muscles surrounding it. This engagement by the client facilitates a deeper relaxation response and better range of motion, making it effective for treating muscle tightness and imbalances.

The other techniques mentioned, while beneficial for various therapeutic purposes, do not encapsulate the active participation aspect inherent to active inhibition. Deep tissue and trigger point therapy primarily focus on manipulating specific knots and tension in the muscles rather than engaging the client in active contraction. Similarly, Swedish and compressive massage consist of passive techniques that do not involve the active engagement of the client. Myofascial release and stretching also emphasize release and elongation of fascia and muscles but do not engage the muscular contraction aspect of the active inhibition techniques, making contract-relax and post-isometric relaxation the correct choice for this question.